2006 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 850 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Honda | Xedos |
Model | Accord | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |